The Indian railway has once again started eCatering services after a long halt. The latest announcement comes as a sigh of relief for travellers. In a tweet, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Cooperation (IRCTC) said, “No more going hungry on the train when you have access to IRCTC eCatering. Order your favourites for a long or short journey in just a few swipes and get them delivered to your train seat/berth.” Sharing web address for the official portal - http://ecatering.irctc.co.in - IRCTC stated that passengers can download IRCTC eCatering app “IRCTC Food On Track” or they can dial 1323 to place an order.
No more going #hungry on the train when you have access to #IRCTCEcatering! order your #favourites for a long or short #journey in just a few #swipes & get them #delivered to your #train #seat/berth. Details: https://t.co/rlP6QjYtho / download #IRCTC 'Food On Track' app/call 1323— IRCTC (@IRCTCofficial) August 9, 2021
Railways are one of the most common modes of transport to travel long distances because of their cost-effectiveness. After the outbreak of Covid-19 last year, railway services have been halted in March, but, they were resumed after a couple of months but with some major changes.
Among other changes, IRCTC has announced that the passengers can’t avail of the catering services to curb the Covid-19 spread. However, with lockdowns and travel restrictions easing across the country after the second wave of Covid-19, railways have decided to resume e-catering services.
Here’s how one can place a food order through IRCTC’s official website:
Step 1: Go to IRCTC’s eCatering official website https://www.ecatering.irctc.co.in/
Step 2: Enter your ten-digit PNR number and click on the arrow to proceed further
Step 3: Select the food from the list of cafes, outlets and quick service restaurants available there.
Step 4: Place the order and select the payment mode. Either, you can choose to pay online or cash on delivery.
Step 5: Once the order is placed, the food will be delivered to your seat/berth.
More than 500 restaurants, including Comesum, Domino’s, Railrestro, Zoop, Relfood, Garg Rajdhani online food, Yatri’s, Rail Recipe are available on the website.
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